Bodie Island Lighthouse

Pronounced “body,” this horizontally striped lighthouse is located on the soundside at the southern end of Bodie Island in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. It re-opened from a major renovation project in April 2013, and visitors can now climb to the top of the 156-foot-tall lighthouse! Bodie Island Lighthouse was first completed in 1872 and has an interesting history. The structure you see today is actually the third lighthouse to be built in this area. The first lighthouse was built in 1847, rebuilt in 1859 and destroyed in 1861 during the Civil War. The Bodie Island Visitor Center housed in the old Keepers’ Quarters is also open year-round and is where you can check out exhibits and browse through their Eastern National Bookstore. There is also a self-guided nature trail with a wildlife viewing platform adjacent to the lighthouse that meanders through the surrounding marshes. Bodie Island is a great place for photo opportunities, so be sure to bring your camera.

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Charter a variety of fishing excursions at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center year round (weather permitting). Nearshore, inshore and head boat vessels offer half-day or full-day trips, while offshore vessels offer full-day trips. Anglers go for a variety of species depending on the season including billfish, tuna, wahoo, Spanish mackerel, flounder, drum, bluefish, cobia and more. Anglers aboard charters do not need to purchase fishing licenses, and all tackle and bait are provided. You can purchase food and drinks for your trip at the on-site marina store, which also carries a wide selection of fishing and boating gear, hardware, fuel, apparel and footwear, souvenirs and a great camping section. Be sure to check out the world record blue marlin replica mount (caught in 1974) displayed in an outdoor case, and take a photo of your group in front of a record setting 805-pound blue fin tuna replica mount caught in 2011. An air pump, public boat ramp, restrooms and ample parking are also available.

Charter a variety of fishing excursions at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center year round (weather permitting). Nearshore, inshore and head boat vessels offer half-day or full-day trips, while offshore vessels offer full-day trips. Anglers go for a variety of species depending on the season including billfish, tuna, wahoo, Spanish mackerel, flounder, drum, bluefish, cobia and more. Anglers aboard charters do not need to purchase fishing licenses,... read more